Consultant Neuro-Ophthalmologist (Dual Training Preferred) - Abu Dhabi

Job Summary

Consultant Neuro-Ophthalmologist

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage neuro-ophthalmic disorders affecting the optic nerve, visual pathways, ocular motility, and neurological vision.
• Evaluate and treat conditions including optic neuritis, papilledema, diplopia, visual field defects, ischemic optic neuropathy, cranial nerve palsies, myasthenia gravis, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, and neuro-ophthalmic emergencies.
• Perform comprehensive neuro-ophthalmic examinations and interpret specialized diagnostic tests, including optical coherence tomography (OCT), visual field testing, fundus imaging, fluorescein angiography, and electrophysiological studies.
• Interpret and correlate neuroimaging findings, including MRI and CT scans, with ophthalmic and neurological conditions.
• Provide specialized care for both adult and pediatric patients with neuro-ophthalmic disorders, where dual-trained.
• Collaborate closely with neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, endocrinologists, pediatricians, and rehabilitation specialists to develop multidisciplinary treatment plans.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative ophthalmic assessment for patients undergoing neurological and neurosurgical procedures where appropriate.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, prognosis, and long-term disease management.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in accordance with DOH regulations and hospital policies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, research, and continuing medical education activities.
• Supervise and mentor junior physicians, residents, fellows, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Ensure compliance with patient safety standards, infection control protocols, ethical medical practice, and evidence-based clinical guidelines.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Completion of a recognized Residency in Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship in Neuro-Ophthalmology from a recognized institution.
• Dual Fellowship or subspecialty training in Pediatric Ophthalmology is highly preferred.
• Tier 1 qualification, such as:

+ American Board Certification

+ Australian And New Zealand Fellowship

• + Equivalent internationally recognized qualification
• DOH License, DOH Eligibility Letter, or eligibility for Consultant licensure in the UAE.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of Consultant-level experience in Neuro-Ophthalmology.
• Extensive experience managing complex neuro-ophthalmic disorders in adult and pediatric populations.
• Previous experience in a tertiary care hospital or academic medical center is highly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced expertise in neuro-ophthalmic diagnosis and management.
• Strong proficiency in interpreting neuroimaging and ophthalmic diagnostic investigations.
• Excellent clinical judgment and multidisciplinary decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, patient counseling, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine, research, and continuous professional development.
• High standards of professionalism, ethics, and patient-centered care.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.